Swanson
Richmond
Popular places to visit

Virginia Commonwealth University
Explore the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University during your stay in Richmond. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Broad Street
During your trip to Richmond, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

University of Richmond
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Richmond, during your trip to Richmond. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the charming coffeehouses while you're in the area.

Maymont Park
There’s something for everyone at this estate, with plants, animals and a beautiful house to discover.

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Home to 22,000 works of art covering 5,000 years of history, this museum has something for everyone.

Altria Theater
Enjoy a performance at Altria Theater, a storied theater in Richmond. Amble around the area's picturesque gardens or attend a sporting event.
Things to do

Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond

RVA Ghosts Shockoe Bottom Sinister Scares by US Ghost Adventures

Haunted Capitol Hill Ghost Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Swanson

Midlothian
Midlothian might not have many top sights, but University of Richmond Stadium and James River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Belle and Mayo Islands
While visiting Belle and Mayo Islands, you might make a stop by sights like James River and Canal Walk.

Bon Air
Visitors to Bon Air enjoy its coffeehouses, and if you want to do some exploring, Chesterfield Towne Center is worth a stop.

Central Office
If you're spending some time in Central Office, Canal Walk and Shockoe Slip are top sights worth seeing.

VCU
If you're spending some time in VCU, Altria Theater and VCU Institute for Contemporary Art are top sights worth seeing.

Fan District
You'll enjoy the live music and monuments in Fan District. You might want to make time for a stop at Monument Avenue or Jefferson Davis Monument.